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a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal amounts
They discussed the problem of inequality between students. He accused the company of inequality in its hiring practices.
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Recent Examples of inequality
In 2018, the Navajo Nation filed a motion for a temporary restraining order against the Arizona Secretary of State and officials from Apache, Coconino, and Navajo counties to protect Navajo voting rights in that election and to address future voter inequalities.
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Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
For some, the party’s woes revolve around ineffective messaging on kitchen-table economic issues, such as inflation, wages and the accelerating trend of wealth inequality.
—Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 26 Nov. 2024
One measure of the dysfunction is rising economic inequality.
—Michael Posner, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Proposition 32 Sparks Heated Debate Proposition 32 ignited fierce debate across California, highlighting a growing divide over how best to address wage inequality and economic challenges.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
For some, the party’s woes revolve around ineffective messaging on kitchen-table economic issues, such as inflation, wages and the accelerating trend of wealth inequality.
—Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 26 Nov. 2024
One measure of the dysfunction is rising economic inequality.
—Michael Posner, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Proposition 32 Sparks Heated Debate Proposition 32 ignited fierce debate across California, highlighting a growing divide over how best to address wage inequality and economic challenges.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inequality
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However, some demographic differences emerged regarding the pardon.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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In theory, the Dodgers’ brand connections in Japan developed over the past few months could help Sasaki cash in off-field to make up whatever difference there would be.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, the push for diversity, equity, and inclusion in leadership, which led to a marked increase in the hiring of leaders of color, has not translated into the same level of support.Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, the employee experience category prioritizes talent management, inclusivity and diversity and employee engagement to foster an inclusive workplace.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
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For the purpose of this study, White defines that as the equity trading above the moving average for 80% of the time over the past two months and closing north of the trendline in eight of the last 10 sessions, before getting within striking distance of the moving average.Schaeffer's Investment Research, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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This property sits right in the middle of the Windy City: Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, Grant, and Millennium Park are all within walking distance.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Human experts — global health strategists, international NGOs, and community representatives — may shape these insights into fair response strategies acknowledging power imbalances, language barriers, and historical inequities between countries.Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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While the exact causes of IBS are not fully understood, factors like gut microbiota imbalances, immune dysfunction, and genetics likely play a role.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 15 Dec. 2024
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The selection of Atkins, who co-chairs the Token Alliance at the Digital Chamber, a group dedicated to the use of digital assets, suggests a sharp divergence from Biden-era crypto policy.Lauren Feiner, The Verge, 4 Dec. 2024
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When these indicators are moving in opposite direction to market price and cross the moving average (called a divergence), there is a strong possibility of a significant change in market direction in the future.Kenneth G. Winans, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Any disagreements or requests for information should be noted in that report.Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 8 Dec. 2024
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Relationships, at their best, are not just defined by extraordinary moments or their endings—they’re about the moments in between, the routine, the joy, the disagreements and the growth.Mark Travers, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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However, a staggering disparity remains in funding.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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That said, residents in states with the highest energy rates don't necessarily pay the highest average monthly bills, according to the report, which found notable disparities in energy usage.Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Payers are focused on reducing costs to boost profitability, often leading to friction with healthcare providers who face increasing administrative burdens and diminishing financial returns.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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From a shortage of teachers to a surplus Under the Pay Equity Fund, only teachers — not center directors or other administrators — get pay bumps, a point of friction for some.Andrea Hsu, NPR, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Inequality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inequality. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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